See all properties
Aparthotel

Island Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront aparthotel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Island Inn

Property amenity
Luxury Suite, Sea View | Living room | 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Luxury Suite, Sea View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a beach with palm trees and a boat.
Luxury Suite, Sea View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

View in a map
3111 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL, 33957
  • Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Periwinkle Way
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Gulfview Studio

A neatly made bed with a blue patterned pillow, a white towel, and a ceiling fan visible through a large window.

Gulfview Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, Sea View

Luxury Suite, Sea View | Living room | 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Luxury Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sanibel

On the beach.Your stay at this West End aparthotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way. Also, Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Bowman's Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).
View more Aparthotels in SanibelOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Periwinkle Way - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bowman's Beach - 13 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Marketplace At Sundial - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Island Inn

3.5-star beachfront aparthotel near Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Have fun in the sun at Island Inn with summer activities like surfing/body boarding, snorkeling, and kayaking.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Island Inn was completed in January 2023.

This 3.5-star Sanibel aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2018
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Island Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Sanibel aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2023.

Similar properties

On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Sanibel Island Beach Resort
Mid Island
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 2,139 reviews
$204 nightly
The price is $227
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Sanibel Island Beach Resort

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the airport
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 20 units
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2018
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Renovated - January 2023
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Inn Island
Island Inn
Island Hotel Sanibel Island
Island Resort Sanibel
Island Inn Sanibel
Island Sanibel
Is Sanibel
Island Hotel Sanibel
Island Inn Sanibel
Island Inn Aparthotel
Island Inn Aparthotel Sanibel
Island Inn Near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Island Inn to the airport?

Island Inn is 29 mi (45-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Inn?

As of Jul 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Inn on Jul 26, 2026 start from $289, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Island Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Island Inn.

How close is Island Inn to the beach?

This aparthotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Island Inn offer free breakfast?

Island Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Inn?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Island Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Island Inn?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Island Inn have a pool?

Island Inn does not have a pool.

Does Island Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Island Inn to downtown Sanibel?

Island Inn is 4.8 mi away from Sanibel.

Island Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 855 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1140 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beach view was great. Very clean. Check in, friendly and fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peaceful and the view was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was very clean and fresh. The view was awesome. The staff was great! All of our needs were met.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great staff, Ken at the office was very friendly, great room, great view. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to enjoy the beach. Beautiful sunsets, We will definitely be back to Island Inn. Thanks for a great vacation!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a nice location. Staff at check-in was extra nice and helpful with information about the area and different things to do. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A perfect vacation

A wonderful stay at a beautiful location! Island Inn was fantastic in every way. From check in to check out, the staff, property, and amenities were all top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ken at the front desk is amazing and makes you feel at home from the moment he says hello. Everything was clean, and absolutely beautiful. We hope to be back soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, clean and well appointed room. Ken at the front desk was very nice and helpful. The resort took a beating from the hurricane in 2022 and they are slowly recovering, glad to be able to stay there and help them out. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay at the Island Inn. Beautiful location, great rooms, friendly & helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Right on the beach and an ocean view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nice, updated, and clean room with a screened waterfront balcony in a perfect place on the island (far enough away from the big resorts to be in a quieter area, but close enough to the center area of the island to be convenient).
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge F

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the property
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Helpful staff, gave us good info about things to do
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Amenities
We love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, friendly staff, spacious room, will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Clean room. Beautiful view. Helpful courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect place to stay for your beach trip!

Lovely place to stay! The management team was incredible, beautifully decorated very comfortable beds and extremely clean! Right on the beach❤️❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was helpful. Units were pleasant and roomy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place. Spacious room right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity